DNA Advances Solve Cold Cases in 2025
Revolutionary DNA analysis techniques led to major breaks in long-unsolved cold cases across Canada in 2025, including a 2008 Montreal homicide. Discover how science is delivering justice.
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DNA Advances Close Cold Cases in Canada in 2025
Montreal police announce the resolution of Catherine Daviau's 2008 murder, highlighting how modern DNA analysis is bringing justice to long-unsolved cases across Canada.
P.E.I. team joins annual Christmas Bird Count tradition
Volunteers across Prince Edward Island participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count, contributing to vital continental wildlife data. Discover what rare species they found.
B.C. climate disasters among world's costliest in 2025
Wildfires, floods, and cyclones in B.C. are highlighted as some of the most expensive climate disasters of 2025. Get the latest climate science and policy updates from Canada and beyond.
Christmas Dinner Sleepiness: It's Not the Turkey
Feeling drowsy after your holiday feast? A Toronto dietitian explains the real science behind post-Christmas dinner fatigue and debunks the long-standing turkey myth.
Ottawa funds $650K for Science North's Indigenous water exhibit
Science North in Sudbury receives $650K from Ottawa to transform its third floor with the 'Woven by Water' project, integrating Indigenous water knowledge by 2028. Discover the future of science education.
Vancouver student's phone addiction study wins global acclaim
Henry Chuang, a Grade 10 student from Vancouver, is a finalist in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge for his video explaining the science behind smartphone addiction. Discover his insights.
Ancient DNA Rewrites Story of 'First Black Briton'
Groundbreaking DNA analysis has dramatically revised the life story of the 'Beachy Head Woman,' challenging long-held views on Britain's ancient population. Discover how science is rewriting history.
Suspect arrested after assault at Vancouver SkyTrain station
Transit Police confirm an arrest following a violent attack at a Metro Vancouver SkyTrain station. Details on the incident and ongoing investigation.
U.S. climate lab closure could send scientists to Canada
The potential shutdown of a key U.S. climate research centre is seen as an opportunity for Canada to attract top scientific talent. Experts call the facility 'irreplicable.'
Poland's TOP200 NAWA Program Seeks World-Class Researchers
Poland's National Agency for Academic Exchange invites researchers from top-ranked universities for 2-4 year fellowships. Deadline is February 27, 2026. A new opportunity for Canadian academics.
Volunteers conduct 73rd Christmas Bird Count at Point Pelee
Dozens of volunteers braved the December weather for the 73rd annual Christmas Bird Count at Point Pelee National Park, a crucial citizen science event for tracking avian populations in Canada.
Calgary hosts largest Arctic science meeting in North America
Calgary welcomes 1,400 experts for the 25th ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting, the largest interdisciplinary Arctic research conference in North America, running Dec 15-18, 2025.
UCalgary Prof Wins Award for 3D Digital Mapping Innovation
A University of Calgary computer science professor receives prestigious recognition for developing an advanced 3D digital mapping system. Discover the impact of this Canadian tech achievement.
UCalgary Prof Wins Mitacs Award for 3D Mapping System
University of Calgary computer science professor Faramarz Samavati receives the Mitacs Innovation Award for Outstanding Research Leadership for his pioneering work on a new 3D digital mapping system.
Calgary student a finalist in global science contest
Anie Udofia, a 15-year-old Grade 10 student from Calgary, has been named a semi-finalist in the prestigious 2025 Breakthrough Junior Challenge. Discover her journey and the innovative video that earned her a spot among the world's best young scientists.
Ontario education minister appoints himself supervisor of school board
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
Ontario may place more school boards under supervision
Ontario's Education Minister signals readiness to intervene in struggling school boards, vowing to 'put you back on track.' Get the latest on provincial oversight in education.
DNA Technology Solves 20-Year-Old Cold Case
Advances in DNA technology have led to the identification of a body found in woods nearly two decades ago, marking another cold case breakthrough in forensic science.
WRDSB sued over land acknowledgment mandate
Waterloo Region District School Board faces legal action over compulsory land acknowledgments. Lawsuit claims violation of Charter rights. Get the latest details.
Report: Affordability Crisis Hurts Low-Income Youth
A new national report reveals Canada's affordability crisis is creating a hidden crisis for youth in low-income communities, intensifying academic and mental health challenges.
Conjoined salmon twins found in Windsor research lab
Scientists at a Windsor research facility have made an extraordinary discovery of ultra-rare conjoined salmon twins. Learn about this unprecedented finding in Canadian aquatic research.
Fleming College Gets $1.5M for Student Bursaries
Fleming College establishes largest-ever bursary program with $1.5M gift from The Joyce Family Foundation, providing 11 annual $5,000 awards for students facing financial barriers.
TDSB reverses cut of 74 music instructors after intervention
Toronto District School Board supervisor rescinds decision to eliminate 74 itinerant music positions, preserving arts education across the city. Read the full story.
SMCDSB Schools Get Funding for Accessibility Upgrades
Holy Trinity Catholic High School in Bradford among schools receiving provincial funding for accessibility improvements. Learn how this investment supports inclusive education.
Ontario's School Board Overhaul Threatens Trustees
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra pushes for a major overhaul of the $32-billion school system, potentially eliminating elected trustees. Join our live Q&A to understand the implications.
B.C. teachers told to 'queer' outdoor education
The B.C. Teachers Federation is encouraging educators to integrate LGBTQ+ themes into outdoor lessons, challenging traditional views of nature for students as young as four.
B.C. launches post-secondary education system review
British Columbia initiates comprehensive review of post-secondary education system following declining stability concerns. Learn about the government's plan for educational reform.
Orléans Catholic School Opening Pushed to 2027
The opening of a new Catholic elementary school in Orléans has been postponed until 2027, affecting local families and educational planning in the community.
St. Mary's Students Reflect on Homelessness Experience
Students at St. Mary's High School in Kitchener gained firsthand insight into homelessness through an overnight tent initiative, fostering empathy and awareness about housing insecurity in their community.
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